recommended route
Maloja-Sils lakepath
Winter hiking
· Bregaglia
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/ Bequeme und garantiert ebene Wege auf dem SilserseePhoto: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo -
/ Einmalig: Blick vom Silsersee auf Isola und den Piz MargnaPhoto: Bregaglia Engadin Turismo, Bregaglia Engadin Turismo
The unique winter experience: a hike across the well-tracked, frozen Lake Sils from Maloja to Sils Maria.
easy
Distance 6.1 km
1:28 h
10 m
13 m
The feeling of vastness cannot be surpassed. We start in Maloja Posta, pass the cross-country skiing centre and turn towards Hotel Maloja Palace. There we meet the lake shore and the adventure begins. Over the frozen lake we walk straight on until we reach Sils Maria. Officially the path is usually open from January. For the way back the post bus or the Engadin bus leaves from Sils Maria every 30 minutes.
Author’s recommendation
Those who wish can stop halfway in the unspoilt authentic hamlet of Isola at the Hotel Restaurant Lagrev.
Difficulty
easy
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,809 m
Lowest point
1,797 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
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Dec
Safety information
Please pay attention to blockages.Tips and hints
Bregaglia Engadine TurismoInfopoint Maloja
+41 81 822 15 55
www.bregaglia.ch
Start
Maloja Posta (bus stop) (1,809 m)
Coordinates:
SwissGrid
2'773'530E 1'141'640N
DD
46.403658, 9.695454
DMS
46°24'13.2"N 9°41'43.6"E
UTM
32T 553457 5139133
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Destination
Sils Maria (bus stop Posta, Dotturas or Baselgia)
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
Coordinates
SwissGrid
2'773'530E 1'141'640N
DD
46.403658, 9.695454
DMS
46°24'13.2"N 9°41'43.6"E
UTM
32T 553457 5139133
w3w
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
Occasionally a cold wind blows. So don't forget your protective jacket, scarf, hat and gloves! On sunny days take sunscreen and sun cream with you.Basic Equipment for Winter Hiking
- Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots appropriate for winter use (B1+ recommended)
- Layered, moisture wicking clothing
- Long, warm technical socks plus liners and spares
- Rucksack (with rain cover)
- Water- and windproof mountaineering jacket and trousers with ankle adjustment or separate gaiters
- Lip protection (SPF 30+)
- Water- and windproof gloves plus thin fleece inner gloves
- Neckwear
- moisture wicking skull / knit cap
- Sunglasses
- Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
- First aid kit
- Blister kit
- Bivy / survival bag
- Survival blanket
- Headlamp
- Pocket knife
- Whistle
- Cell phone
- Cash
- Navigation equipment / map and compass
- Emergency contact details
- ID
Technical Equipment for Winter Hiking
- Hiking poles fitted with snow baskets
- Trail ‘spike’ crampons at minimum and a basic ice axe are recommended when covering steeper terrain
- The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
- For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
- Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.
Difficulty
easy
Distance
6.1 km
Duration
1:28 h
Ascent
10 m
Descent
13 m
Morning
Afternoon
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Highest point
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